Hittite Myths, Second Edition.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hoffner, Harry A., Jr.

Contributor:

Hoffner, Harry A.

Series:

Writings from the Ancient World Series

Writings from the Ancient World Series ; v.2

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Mythology, Hittite.

Hittites--Religion.

Hittites.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (0 pages)

Edition:

2nd ed.

Place of Publication:

Atlanta : Society of Biblical Literature, 2025.

Summary:

This scholarly work, authored by Harry A. Hoffner, Jr. and edited by Gary M. Beckman, explores the mythology of the ancient Hittite civilization. Part of the 'Writings from the Ancient World' series, it provides translations of Hittite myths, offering insights into their history, culture, and religious beliefs. The book includes a detailed introduction to Hittite society and its historical context, as well as translations of mythological texts such as the Illuyanka Tales, the Song of Kumarbi, and others. It aims to serve students, educators, and general readers interested in ancient Near Eastern traditions, presenting these texts in accessible English. The volume is a valuable resource for understanding the Hittites' contributions to mythology, religion, and early human thought. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Contents

Series Editor's Foreword

Abbreviations

Explanation of Signs

Introduction

Translations

Old Anatolian Myths

Hurrian Myths

Tales Involving Deities and Mortals

A Canaanite Myth

Sources

Concordance

Bibliography

Glossary

Index

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ISBN:

9781628376029

1628376023

OCLC:

1512319827